American Red Cross Superhero Summer Blood Drive

Posted on June 7, 2023

The American Red Cross is asking you to be a superhero by donating blood at the Superhero Summer Blood Drive!

American Red Cross Superhero Summer Blood Drive
Thursday, June 29
Noon to 6:00pm
Eastland Mall (1615 E. Empire St. in Bloomington)

The blood drive will also be in East Peoria at Par-A-Dice Hotel on Wednesday, June 14th from 11am to 6pm if that’s a better time and location for you!

Someone in the U.S. needs blood every two seconds. It could be a next door neighbor, your best friend, or a family member. Help make sure hospital are ready for anything this summer! Mark your calendar to help patients in need by donating blood at the Superhero Summer Blood Drive.

To schedule an appointment, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, go to redcrossblood.org, or call 1-800-RED CROSS

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